Chapter 108

"Make sure your boss doesn't forget the favor!"

"I know, I know," Wade nodded eagerly, glancing over at Calliope. He hadn't noticed before, but now he saw she was injured too.

"Ms. Jewell, how bad is it? Should I get one of the doctors here to take a look? Don't worry. We'll take care of your injuries.

Once my boss wakes up, he'll definitely be grateful for you saving his life. You can ask for anything then," Wade said sincerely.

He knew Calliope had saved Nigel's life. Despite Nigel's reputation as a ruthless man, he always lived by his own code: repay kindness with kindness, and vengeance with vengeance.

Calliope nodded. She was about to leave with Portia when Nigel suddenly stirred awake.

his voice. "You're awake!

me?" Nigel remembered a woman approaching him as he

she had walked toward the burning wreck of a car, towards

he could sit up more comfortably and look at Calliope. He noticed her bandaged hand, the thick shawl draped over her shoulders hiding any

whispered something in Nigel's

process. I owe you one. Name your request," Nigel said. "There is something I need help with, Mr. Howell," Calliope replied.

a few people?" Nigel looked surprised. "I thought you'd ask for money or maybe propose marriage." "Mr. Howell,

it. I'm just intrigued by the intelligence network you have at your

said, his interest piqued as he studied

leaned in again, whispering a few more words to

a

there," a voice called out, followed by the sounds of a scuffle at

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